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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Amateurs Of paintings, that is purchasers,
may he divided into three classes, namely:
those who Ray more for pictures than they
are worth. those who get them at their
proper value and those who have krack Of
making good bargains. To belong to the
thirl class one mnSt almost inevitably pass
through the first two, and there are many
who spend their last dollar before reaching it.
Real C0nnOisseurS are very rare; there are
very, very few experts who can he implicitly
relied on Some amateur SPECTATORS are
very sly and at times make bold strokes.
Here is a noted example: Mr.. W. happened
to buy all unknown Rembrandt at rH0tel
Drouot for a mere song. The painting was
genuine, but, not being known, it was not
quoted. 70 launch ID into renown, the owner
conceived the idea Of putting it up again fol
sale at Hotel Drouot and of having one OF
his friends, who was i'll the secret, To push il
up Ia $4,000 This was sham sale, for Mr.
W refunded the money to his friend and
kept the picture. But after that day tb'
Rembrandt was coilSecrGted and claSsed, foi
in the artistic circles the newly found picture
became the topic of conversation. TheI
when Mr. W was certain TINT desire wa,
ripe in the hearts of rich amateurs he agaii
put up the picture at auction and this time il
brought the round sum Of $50 .WU fari'
Cor Brooklyn Eagle.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

BURKs' WHITE PINE BALsAM-For the
We know of no way to make it more EN-
pbatic than to say Burks' White Pine
Balsam leads all other cough remedies
You will tnd Rurks' sarsaparilla g
more effectual remedy in the uicerous
forms of scrofula than any other remedy.
One cent dose.
The pain suffered by those who are at
flicted with dyspepsia is indescribable.
The relief that is given by the use of Lit
tie Apricot pills has caused manv to be
thankful for these little pills" For sale
by Hartz & Bahnsen.
/ Use Cressler's Wild Rose tooth powder
for cleansing the teeth. Price, csc.
Dyspepsia is the cause of many of the
pleasures of this life being avoided
Burks' Iron Tonic cures dyspepsia ant
Indigestion Sold on guarantee at 81
by Hartz & Bahnsen, druggists,
Burks' Cataarh Cure will cure catarrh
even after the sufferers life has become
! burden to him and he is nuisance to nj,
friends. 1t is a thoroughly scientific
cure. Not snuff or liquid. Price soc
Every year increases the popularity o
Burks' White Pine Bslssm. Cures 81
F.! pulmonary troubles.
II vou are as tired when yCu get rp a
when you went TO bed, you need BnFks
Sarsapariila. Sold by Hartz & Bahnsen
Build up your health and strenet
with Burks' Iron Tonic, and work vii
become more easy.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

OF chilliness invading the backbone. fol
lowed by hot tiushes and profuse perspi'
ration. We all know these symptoms. il
not by experience. from report. What's
the best thing on the programme? Qui-
nine, A dangerous remedy. truly. Pro-
duees carries of the bones, only affords
temporary relief. Is there no substitute
Assuredly, potent but safe one-Hos
letters Stomach Bitters. certain, speedy
means of expelling from the system every
trace of the virus of miasma. Use i
promptly. persistently. The results
cure is certain TO follow the use of tbi'
beneficent restorative of health. Dys
pepsia. liver complaint. nervous ailments
rheumatism and inactivity of the kidhev:
and bladder, are also among the maladie.
permanently remediable through th'
genial aid of this wholesome botanic
medicine, recommended By the medica
fraternity.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Ask any one who has used DR.. Pierce S
Pleasant Purgative Pellets as to then
merits. They will tell you that pimples,
blotches and eruptions disappear; thai
constipation-thatb breeder of disorders
is relieved; that the appetite is restored;
that the whole system is renovated and
regulated beyond any conception by
these little wonder workers. Being
purely vegetable, they are perfectly
harmless; being composed of concentrat
ed. active ingredients. they are powerful
Purge and purify the system, and disease
will be unknown. OF all druggists
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Who of us are without trouble be they
small or larger The blessings of health
are best appreciated when we are sich
and in pain. A hacking cough. severk
cold, or any throat or lung disease are
very troublesome; but all OF these may be
quickly and permanently cured by DR..
Bigelew's Cure. Safe and pleasant fol
children. Price 80 cents.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Mr. d. |. Wilcoxson, of Horse Cave,
Ky. says he was for many years. badly
afflicted with phthislc, also diabetes; the
pains were almost unenduIable and
would sometimes almost throw him into
commissions. he tried Electric bitters
and got relief from the first bottle and
after taking six bottles, was entirely
cured, and had gained in flesh eigteer
pounds. Says he positively believes he
would have died. had it not been for the
relief afforded by Electric bitters. Sold
at fifty cents bottle by Hartz & Balm
sen.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

The average length OF life is on the in
crease. The science of medicine has made
great progress; many diseases are now
controlled that were formerly thought in
durable The greatest discovery is Dr..
Bigelow's Cure, which cures consump-
ton in stages that other remedies are Of
no benefit Coughs, colds, Group, whoop-
ing cough, bronchitis, and all throat and
lung diseases speedily and safely. Price,
50 cents and 81. of druggists
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

The best on earth can truly be said OF
Gr1gg's Glycerine Salve, which is a sure,
safe and speedy cure for cuts. bruises
scalds, burns wounds and all other sores
VIII positively cure piles, letter and al
skin eruption. Try this wonder healer
Satisfaction guaranteed or money refund.
ed. Onlv 25 cents. Sold bv druggists.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

A Eenturkian with large jug made bar
gain with countryInan to take hin four
miles over the hill How much1l you
charges" oh, a couple OF swigs of the stuff
in that jug'll make it about square, reckon '
After the journey had been made and the
couutryman had taken Il swig, he said
stranger, Pm peaceable man, but if you
don't want to be chuck full of lead to nigh,
you'd better find another way to carry yeI
molasses Madison Democrat
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Already new dinner favors for the com
ing season are exhibited, and go to refuie
statements that there is Dothing new un-
der The sun.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

We recommend Eiys Cream Balm
where cure for catarrh is called for and
consider that we are doing the public a
service by making its virtues known to
those afflicted with this lOathsome dis
ease, for which it is in most instances Il
perfect cure.-Peck Bros, druggists
Grand Rapids, Mich,
NV hearing, which has been very de
fective for years, has greatly improved
since | have been using Ely's Cream
Balm, and | feel quite confident that a
permanent cure will be effected Rev.
B. f. MaTo, Table Rock, Pawnee Co.
| Nebraska.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
Is Life
Worth Living?

THAT depends upon the
Liver, for if the Liver is
inactive the whole sys-
TEN is out of order-the
breath is bad, digestion
poor, head dull or aching,
energy and hopefulness
gone, the spirits are de-
pressed. a heavy weight
exists after eating, with
general dependency and
the blues. The Liver is
the housekeeper of the
health; and a harmless,
simple remedy that acts
like Nature, does not
constlpate afterwards or
require constant taking,
does not interfere with
business or pleasure dur
ing its use, makes Sim
mons Liver Regulator a
medical perfection.
I have tested It's virtues personally, and kroW
hat for Dyspepsia. biliousness and Throbhini
He eadache, il il the best medic ne the world eve
-aw. Have tried forty other remedies befor
sim rous Liver Regulator, and none of them CAV
mon than temporary relief, but the Regulate
not only relieved but curcd.
Il II. JoNEs, Macon, Ga
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
a Q a r ID.

To all who are su IerIHg from the errors and
indiscretons of you II, nervous weakness early
decay, loss Of mani nod. &c, will send recipe
that will cure you. FREE OF CHARGE. This grea;
remedy was discovered by missionary in South
America. Send a Sc f-addressed envelope to the
REv. JOSEPH t. INMAN. Station D. Ne,U York City,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
NEW CHICAGO ADVERTISEMENTS.
Builders end Contractors

Should get our PR!CE- for Builders Hardware,
Iron Work, Glass Cut Stone. Tie Roofing, Lum-
btr, Sash, Doors, BLINDS nd Building IN terial of
ALL KINDS. We GUARANTEE great saving. Ad-
dress NORRIS. BLAYNEY ~ Co, lI6 and us Dear
born 81. Chicago. aug slim
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Parlor cars the last few weeks hav
been nothing more nor less than nurser-
les on wheels.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Mr.. Chamberlain is to speak in Ulster
in October, and sail for America i'll No
yember
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

A moral and upright "mister" is deal
better than soiled and brutal noble
man
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
.UY4|1
Invest in Rock Island Real Estate.

The future of Rock Island never looked brighter
than it does today, and there never was a time
when there was more confidence manifested among
our citizens The called 'BoOms' of some
Western towns have had their day, and caught
their victims, and now the sober second sense is re-
turning, and with it the desire to locate in cities
which have not been built in day aud swept away
in a night
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20

Not half the men now called millions
aires are in the least entitled to the fnan.
cial distinction.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
HARPER HOUSE DRUG STORE

Than other Drug
Medicines but all Standard Goods Mis-
cellaneou articles. Read Gu rates
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
LOTS s

In Bailey Davenpors Second addition, Third ad-
dion and Fourth addition to the city of Rock ISL
and, ranging from $50 to $500. Easy terms to work
ing men-one fourth down. balance in two three and
four years Also II lots in B. Davenports Second
addition to Moline
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
TESTING A GREAT LENS.
VISIT TO THE WORKSHOP OF THE
LATE ALVAN CLARK.

Finishing the Object Glass of Great
TeIescope--Polishingw with the Palm OF
stnFN
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-10-20
COMPETITION DEFIED.
PRICES WARRANTED

to be 90 to 80 per cent cheaper at the=
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
K. A. MCFARLAND.
Another pioneer citizen Is gone !

Another pioneer citizen ia gone
Another chriatian soldier fallen
Reuben Anderson Mcfarland vas
born Ia North Carolina Feb. 9th, 1906.
With hls parents moved to Cooper Co.,
Missouri, in 1871. To pettis county
aksut 1880, where be remained until
1850, when he crossed the plains TO
California, returning home the winter
Of 1872. About the FIRST OF Mar,
1861, he started with his family by way
Of the plains, with or teamn,to Oregon.
whore he arrived after six months
travel, locating five miles south Of Al
bany In Linn county, where be has
since lived. He departed this life in
great peace March 9th, 1887. When
about l6 years Of age he profsssed re-
liglon and joined the Cumberland Press
bytersAn Church, Of which he remained
. member until he came TO Oregon.
There being no church Of bis choice In
The neighborhood where be located, be
united with the M. 4. Church North,
and remained with them until the or
ganization of tho M. Il. Church South,
with which he united, and Ia which lie
died. He leaves three aons and one
daughter, many grandchildren and sew
eral great grandchildren. HE was .
noble type Of christian manhood. He
served bis own generation both 10
church and State faithfully and efficient.
Iy, and has left behind him legacy Of
which his family may we'll be proud.
He lived and diei In the faith Of Christ
and in hope Of 9 glorious resurrection.
We mourn the loss Of our father, ,broth-
er, friend, and with The bsreaved tam
lily ,minglo our tears OF sympathy and
sorrow but we rejoice, also, together,
In hope Of the "glory to bs reyeaIed 10
the SANTA He came to bis end 10
ripe old age, ~ 'ahoak Of corn ready
for the harvest. Peace TO bis ashts.
]. w. CRAI0.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18

We have had pretty severe winter
over here since the middle Of January,
but il has moderated now, and the fes-
tive robin and blue bird are with us
again.
The snow, which was from Is TO 90
inches deep, Is gone, except in places
where IL is sheltered from the south
wind.
Vegetation ia starting up nicely aud
everything is looking like spring time.
John NJ. Saith starts to-day for
Pomeroy, w. 7.
Samuel Smith is down the Mohawk k
looking after his logs, which went down
with the freshet 10 January. He has
not sold them yet. / understand be
has had . proposition from Harristnrg
and also from Coburg for them.
A good many horses have died here
with staggers or some kind Of fever.
I suppose 10 a few weeks more we
viii belong TO the common wealth Of
Lano county. Some about Crawforis-
vile talk Of whipping ns back into tho
union again, claiming that we have Sc
csded, hut | guess they will hardly
make the effort.
Uncle Tim has been summoned as o
juror Ia Circuit Court this wcek.
MABELIrE.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18

A. p. Blackburn was elected Direc.
tor and w. X. Temple Clerk OF our
school district at the annual election.
Mrs. Dopew has been engaged to teach
the school. Our district needs now
school house very much. Hope We will
have one soon.
Rev. w. A. Cathey of Sweet Home,
preached here on last Sunday to . good
audience. He has appointments here
once q month.
j. w. Gilmore, Of ElIensburg. w. T.,
is visiting relatives aud friends here.
w. II. Kium and wife spent last
Friday in Albany.
f. EAstham has lost over 100
head Of sheep. Heavy loss.
We understand that ID. III. Peterson
will spend 3 or 4 months in Eastern
Oregon during the spring end summer.
Bob. Gilmore has gone to Silvsrton
for few days.
L. Mills is still sick. He has been
sick for over . year.
Stock doing Pretty we'll, though poor.
The slight fantastic toe" was tripped
at Mr.. BArdwell's some evenings ago.
WERFoorER.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
Tangent.

The annual school nesting passed Of
quietly resulting in the reelection Of A.
Blevins, Director,snd d. Houck, Clerk.
The Directors have aecured the SER.
vices Of Prof. ID. w. Jarvis, Of Inde.
pendsnca, 10 teach the next school.
Prof jarvis holds State Diploma.
The school will commence on the 2Sth
Of this month.
The Brass Band entertainment given
at this place,on the evening Of the 4th,
was quite success, taking Ia $50. 20.
Pretty good for = cold night and that
In cold room whore there was neither
stove nor Ore.
A. w. Moses has rented bis house
70 Prof. Jarvis, and will teach school IN
District No. Accommodating next Mon
day.
Tangent 10 on the improve, ~ we ne
tice soms new eide side walk between
the two stores, and Mr.. Wertx has re-
ceived two or three car loads Of material
10 build barn.
We notice the familiar face Of H
McClung in town, who has baen absent
for six or seven years.
The citizens are building new side
walk from the Il. r. TO the school
house.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
"POLrTTCAL AND LEGISLATIVE DEeRA.
DATEON."

The OregOniam 10 an article under
the above caption calls attention 10 q
suit brought by "wsll-knOwn profss-
sional lobbyist against . firm owning
fsh wheel at the Cascades. for services
rendered In defeating legislation to
abolish fsh wheels. That paper uses
the following strong language condemn
atOry Of the manner Of securing or de-
feating legislation by means Of paid
lobbyists aud bribera who Oongregate At
Salem when the legislature convenss
and remain until Il adjourns. indus
trioualy pursuing their nsfarious calling:
"Do the people Of Oregon know that
legislation Ia les more important feat-
ures, is controlled not by the men
elected 70 represent the people bnt BY
political bosses on tho one hand end by
lobby agents on the otherf Do they
knew that about every legislature there
hangs = coterie Of professional corrup-
tiOn agents ? Do they understand that
these agents, not rising even to the
plane of lobbyists In 3 ssnss which i'm
plies intelligent attorneyship,ars equally
ready 20 bribs . legislator or lead him
into vices aud than hold him under faAr
Of exposure, or 10 steal or mutilate
bill, and that these are their common
methods ! D. they know that there are
no less than half score Of such men 10
this state who make their whole living
during the six weeks of the legislative
session every second yeari We cannot
belisve that these facts are realized. II
they were, the moral santiment Of the
couAtry would rise In hot indignation
and oSerthrow this despotiSm Of cor
ruption." We thank the Oregoaian
for these wholesome words,an We trust
that they will have the effect Of awak-
ening ths people to the fact that these
professional lobbyists aud bribers are
not ell from Portland aud E.stsrn Ore
gon, ,IaS sOma people have besn won't to
believe, but that other localisies,as we'll
as those named, are surssd with them,
and thus educate a sentiment among
the people that will indignantly fro~n
down upon and crush out 80 vicious and
dangerous growing evil.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
ooRREsPoN NDR NoH



Gardening is the popular amusement
now In Lebanon.
Mrs. Orpha Wheeler went to Port
land Monday 10 spend q fsw weeks.
She left her shop in charge Of Mrs. J..
Usher.
The Ladies Aid society are on strike
for higher wages. Hereafter there will
Be no more work done for so cents an
afternoon, but they can be had for Sc a
member, and the lady desiring their
services can leave an order for as many
or as faw as she likes. She may not
get as much news, bus probably will
get as much sewing done IS though she
had the whole number.
Miss Annie Wooley and Miss Mary
Roberts went to Junction on . visit last
Wednesday.
Last week eur public schools had q
vacation that was enjoyed by both
scholars end teachers.
Mas Griggs, teacher In the Primary
room, spent last week in Junction vis-
iting her sister, Mrs. Dr. Lee. She
came home Saturday ere, 70 be ready
for duty Monday.
Prof. Stu6blsfieId attended the s. s.
convention 10 Salem last week. Re-
ported . very good time.
Prof. ]. L. Gilbert will c.css suc-
cessful term Of school the 25th Of this
month.
The Apron festival given last Friday
eve for the benefit Of the @. P. Church
proved . success socially with very
fair financial report. The gross receipts
were $33.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
Peoria.
,eoria haa : new drug store.

Peoria has 3 new drug store.
Frank Bayne,s son Of the Rev. Bayne,
Of this place, arrived here Friday from
the East. he Is TO take charge Of q
half interest in the drug store with Mr..
Gillian.
The entertainment given by the Brass
Band Monday eve was immense.
Myer Bros. have t.ksn contract for
getting out 10000 ties for the o. P.
r. r.
John Coon killed sixty ducks the
other day in two hours.
DR.. Calliham has left Peoria.
Prof. Worth, of Sodayille, was visiting
friends near Peoria last week.
The Peoria warehouse contains about
two thousands bushels Of grain yet, the
greater part OF which belongs to David
Gibson.
Mr.. JAS. Garrett dedicated his new
house last Thursday.
Qaite number from this place al
teAded the dance vt Wm. Shepb6rd's
last Friday night. They reported
pleasant time.
PEORIA RANGER
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18

Foshay 4 Mason can always be relied up.
on to carry ia stock the puTest aud best
goods, and sustain the reputation Of being
active, pushing and reliable, by recommend.
ing articles with we'll established merit and
such az are popular. Having the agency for
theScelebrated DR. Kings New Discovery for
consumption, colds and coughs, will sell il
on . positive guarantee. IL will surely cure
any and every affection of throat. lungs, or
chest, and in order to prove our cIaisn, we
ask You to call aud got trial bottle free.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
PEORIA RANCE
OalxviIIe.

The entertAinment given by the
Lsdiss Aid society was success.
The Sunday School and Church was
represented 10 the Sunday School Con.
vention.
Mrs. Alderman was very low on last
Sunday. There is thought to be no
hopes of her recovery.
The drams, "E ,listsd for the War"
will bs presented here in the near fa-
ture.
Miss Anna Mccormick il viait ing
friends here.
Miss Ella Crawford, of Hslscy, has
been visiting relatives here.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
TO WHOM
It May Concern.

ALBANY, On, March 9th, 1887.
Self preservation Is tho first law CT
nature. Among my old friends and
customers who have been trading
with me for The last ten years, and
who still do the same and profit
thereby, some designing party with
emnity 10 bis soul Ia circulating tile
report that because some one else re-
ceived the sugar contract that was LET
last week by certain business man.
ayers / am higher In prices than
others. Gentlemen, It was impossi-
bic for me TO get the above contract,
as I was not asked for bid, why, Is
best known to themselves. BY ca
ing and ascertainlng my prices you
can judge for yourselves whether
justice his been done to you or not,
and whether the prices OF my goods
are not as lo0 or loscer than any other
house. In case that should be COM
pelled TO give up my business on ac-
count Of the above,I VIII be compelled
to become an Office seeker.
Very respectfully yours,
. rsnunN
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
; Q growing eViI.

The Republican papers with . uaAh-
unity Of feeling unparalleled in thar
party. except the desire to return 70 the
place where loaves and fishes are plen-
ty, are applying to the president for HE
pocket veto such choice epithets as
'.burley buffalo Sheriff." and other
choice tilbits from tho vocabulary Of
bilIingsgAts Those Coarse, ssmi-Civil.
izsd remarks are simply indicative Of
the manners aud morals Of thass people
who use them, aud serve no other pur-
pose. s, We hope the seven by-nines
ell over the cinntry viii exercise tho
utmost liberty in this direction.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18

Rev. ssrubIs FLIED bis regular ap-
pointment.
Rsy. J. 7. Wolfe f.ilsd TO flI his
last regular appoiatment, on accou Mt of
sickness.
The Sunday School Il Hourishing.
Good attendance on last Sabbath.
Joseph Yates attend a Csart this
week.
Frank Ssdf0rd will leave soon, to
make biz residence Ia Portland.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1887-03-18
woaasrraI cure..

d Hoyt a Co. Wholesale aud Retail
Druggists. Of Rome. Ga. Gays We have
been selling DR. Kings New Discovery. Rlec.
trio Bitters and BEcklsn's AFnica SaIve for
two years. Have never handled remedies
that seli "a well. or give such universal sat.
isGaction. There have been sone wonderful
Uures effected Ly these medicines Ia this
city. Several cases Of pronounced cousump-
ton have been entirely cared by use ol \
few bottles Of Dr. Kings New Discovery.
taken in connection With Electric RitteFn.
We guarantee them always. Sold by FoshAy
4 Mason.